This big scoop lets you clear wide swaths of snow quickly and easily. It’s got a durable steel blade, and thanks to the wheels, removing snowfalls up to six inches deep will be much easier on your back. Available on Amazon; $49.99.
The 8 Best Tools for Conquering Ice and Snow
While winter does have its upsides—cozy fires, hot chocolate, snow days—for many of us, having to deal with all the snow is a battle of unpleasant proportions. Here, we introduce you to the best weapons to help you win the fight—the tools and implements that will help you vanquish the ice and snow in no time, so you can retreat back inside your nice warm home.
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Snow Pusher
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Roof Rake
When snow melts and then freezes again on your roof, it can form ice dams, layers of ice that can damage your roof and gutters. Prevent ice dams from forming by using a roof rake. This model's super-long handle and unique plastic sheeting let you do all the work safely from the ground. Available on Amazon; $135.95.
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Telescoping Shovel
Few things are more disheartening than the sound of a car tire spinning freely in a well of snow and ice. Get out of those slippery situations with a shovel that makes it easier to dig around tires. The telescoping handle starts small but can extend to give you the extra length you need for leverage. Available on Amazon; $40.
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Multi-Blade Ice Scraper
You’ll want to keep this tool in your glove box to make quick work of ice or snow. Use the tough plastic teeth to break the ice, then scrape it away using the brass blades that flex to your window's contours. Available on Amazon; $17.25.
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Super Shovel
There are snow shovels and then there are smart snow shovels. And this bad boy is smart. The rotating handle in the middle of the shaft lets you adjust your grip through 16 different positions to find the one that’s just right for you. Now available for preorder only at Bosse Tools; $79.99.
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Snow Spear
In the battle against ice, this is your trusty spear. Its blade can both chop through ice and then scrape it away once you’ve loosened it. This tool can also be used to scrape other stuff (like roofing tiles) all year long, so you’ll definitely get more than one season's worth of work out of it. Available on Amazon; $21.24.
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Back-Saver Attachment
If you already have a shovel you like, make it even better by attaching this removable handle that lets you grip the shovel in a hand position that’s proven to reduce back strain. The versatile attachment can work with many different shovels. Available on Amazon; $9.49.
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Snow Blaster
Of course, if you really want to win the war against winter, nothing beats a snow blower. This one gets consistently great ratings and is praised for being tough but lightweight and no harder to push than a lawnmower. And because it's electric, you don’t have to mess with gas and oil. Available on Amazon; $279.99.
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For more tips on dealing with winter weather, try:
Gear Up to Survive the Worst of Winter
8 Quick Tips for Dodging Winter Dangers
10 Snow Shovels to Clear the Path (and Save Your Back)
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